Building facts

ElevatorYes

ConciergeYes

SecurityuYes

Four bedrooms, three bathrooms: Extraordinary renovated and furnished penthouse property with wrap around terraces overlooking many of the monuments in Paris. 141 m2 + 25 m2 of terraces. This immaculately designed property offers the highest caliber finishes; furnished with rare antiques and elegant furnishings. Move-in ready.

Since 1927 when this sublime building was built on Place Joffre, the corner apartment of the sixth floor still embraces the breathtaking views of Paris between the Invalides and the Eiffel Tower.

The terraces and balconies open all around the apartment overlook eternally enchanting panoramas. In addition, with absolute privacy from neighbors and bathed in sunshine from every angle, it is an extremely privileged place in the heart of this world-renowned district.

The kitchen and those of the rooms overlooking the courtyard of the building also have a balcony and, in addition, a majestic view of the Eiffel Tower.

The very high standard of the building and its common areas is mirrored in the renovation of the apartment, carried out in depth, with a luxury of details and a very tasteful decoration. The entrance of the apartment opens largely on the triple reception living room, exposed full south gives out onto a wrap around terrace. From the living area, the charming circular staircase leads to the fourth bedroom which, on the seventh floor, commands (if possible) an even better view of Paris.The charming kitchen, with its courtyard facing balcony and Eiffel Tower view, is accessed from the entrance, adjacent to the main reception rooms, creating an idea layout for hosting gatherings.

Finally, the private areas of the apartment are separated by a hall door and short corridor: the first three bedrooms and three bathrooms, as well as a guest toilet and laundry room. All three bedrooms have direct access to the balcony / terraces and two feature unobstructed views over the military school, while the third enjoys a tête-à-tête with the Eiffel Tower, in the late afternoon sun.

Don’t miss this rare and flawless apartment.

Location

Paris: 7th arrondissement

Quintessential Paris, the 7th is divided into distinct neighborhoods each with a different feeling. The areas near Champs de Mars and bordering the 6th tend to be more highly prized, while the area near the 15th can feel very residential and quiet. On a sunny day, the 7th is perfect for strolling through the gardens of the gorgeous Rodin museum, or sitting on the Champ de Mars in the shadow of the Eiffel Tower, enjoying a picnic. The charming rue Cler abounds with produce, meat, cheeses, breads, spices and more are on offer, flanked by plenty of sidewalk cafés. The 7th is also home to many government offices, ministries and the Assemblée Nationale, seat of the French parliament. Sought after for it’s central location, proximity to parks and it’s spacious feeling, real estate in the 7th is the second most expensive in Paris, right behind the 6th. The Carré des Antiquaires, north of the Boulevard Saint Germain toward the Seine, is one of the most coveted residential addresses in the city.

Stratospheric prices are becoming the norm in the 7th due to sustained interest by both foreign investors and residential buyers, and a general shortage of apartments on the market. Prices in the 7th are among the most expensive of anywhere in Paris, behind only the 6th. The area around the Champs de Mars, Invalides and rue Cler are pricey, especially if they have a view. The Carré des Antiquaires area bordering the 6th is where you’ll find some of the steepest prices.

Current Market Prices — 7th arrondissement

Neighborhood

Price/m2 in euros

Low

Medium

High

Saint-Thomas-d'Aquin

€ 9,647

€ 14,215

€ 23,849

Invalides

€ 9,159

€ 13,386

€ 24,111

Ecole-Militaire

€ 8,595

€ 11,854

€ 17,203

Gros-Caillou

€ 8,774

€ 12,168

€ 19,143

Get to know the 7th arrondissement

Architectural styles

Paris evolved out of a walled city, and some historians argue that this alone has given Paris a certain logic that London or Boston lacks. Paris has really never lost its walls: 900 years after the 12th-century wall of Philippe August, we now live in a city walled by its ring-road, the Péripherique highway. This succession of walls, gradually torn down and rebuilt through the centuries, has created a spiraling city, which grew gradually out from the Ile de la Cité. It’s not surprising that some of the oldest buildings are near the center of the spiral.

||

Haussmann

(1840- early-20th-century)

By 1853, the city had over 1 million people. Only one house in five had running water; of these, most only had plumbing on the ground floor. Napoleon III tapped Baron Haussmann to renovate Paris. The goal was to ease traffic by creating large boulevards and to promote hygiene by integrating a clean water and sewage system, as well as to house the burgeoning upper class. Featuring an intricate cut stone façade, the common layout in a Haussmannian style building is large apartments (200 to 300 m²) with multiple salons de reception, marble fireplaces, chevron parquet floors, high ceilings with elaborate crown moldings, and a grand stairwell with an elevator to the side rather than in the center. Found around the grand boulevards in the center of Paris and in the 8th, 10th, 14th, 15th,16th, 17th, 18th, 20th arrondissements.

This style of architecture is also found in these Arrondissements:8|10|14|15|16|17|18|20

Art Nouveau

(1893-1917)

Art Nouveau was a brief fin-de-siecle architectural trend lasting approximately from 1893 to the beginning of World War I. Best known for the style is Hector Guimard. His curving “cigarette smoke” line had already made waves on buildings in the elegant 16th arrondissement, but his Art Nouveau was motivated by a social conscience, much like the Arts and Crafts Movement in Britain. Hired in 1896 to design the metro entrances, he leapt at the chance to design something beautiful for the masses. But when Guimard unveiled his brilliant Métro work in 1900 everyone hated it. The shiny green color was considered unpatriotic, too close to Prussian green, and the writhing insect-like metalwork was much too weird for the public. Time has defeated his critics however, and Guimard’s Art Nouveau Métro entrances have become one of the city’s trademarks.

This style of architecture is also found in these Arrondissements:5|6|8|15|16|17|18

Art Deco / Modern Lofts

(1918-39)

At the end of World War I, Paris was exuberant—the world had just survived “the war to end all wars. High-speed ocean liners crisscrossed the Atlantic; Surrealism shocked the art world; radios poured out jazz music. The Modern Age had arrived. Trying to express this freedom and movement, architects responded to the jazzy rhythm with angular shapes reminiscent of the new cruise ships. World War II put an end to Art Deco’s optimism and the less-flamboyant lines of pure Modernism took over. Factories from this time have converted into residential use. Turning a loft into a livable space requires consulting an architect. In general, remodeling the interior of a loft will not require approval from building co-owners but any changes affecting the exterior of the building will need building co-owner and city approval.

This style of architecture is also found in these Arrondissements:5|6|8|15|16|17|18

Restaurants

Volumes have been written on where to eat in Paris, but this is our very personal take on favorite places to go in each arrondissement. Some are swanky and require reservations, and some are more casual eateries. If you find other favorites, let us know so we can add them to our site in the future.

|

Les Cocottes

135 Rue Saint-Dominique, 7th tel: 01 45 50 10 31 | M° Ecole Militaire

No reservations and no disappointments; everything at Christian Constant’s casual restaurant is excellent and worth the wait, which could be long if you arrive after 8pm. Most dishes come in a Staub cocotte and the style is traditional French done elegantly but low key. Alternatively, for a real treat, try Constant’s flagship Violon d’Ingres or his more casual Café Constant, both next door.

With two Michelin stars and the title of Top Chef France under his belt, chef Jean François Piege, together with his associate Thierry Costes, bring you a modern brasserie in the Thoumieux Hotel. Surrounded by pop colours and plush seating, the relaxing ambiance is complemented by the creative French cuisine.